Imaging (MRI)
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can be used to analyze technical samples and structures with spatial resolution. Structures and chemical compositions that are often not visually perceptible or visible due to the design of the structure can be investigated using this technology. Furthermore, transport processes in complex reactors can be displayed with spatial resolution.
Detection of Lubricants in Elastomers for Sealing Applications
With regard to questions in the working area of tribology (friction theory) and lubricants, it is necessary to determine whether parts of lubricants can be detected in the elastomer of seals. We investigate this problem with MRI measurements and thus prove how far the lubricant has penetrated into the sealing ring. This project is carried out in cooperation with the Chair of Machine Elements, Gears and Tribology at RPTU.
Measurement of Transport Diffusion Coefficients by MRI
Transport diffusion coefficients are of high practical importance, e.g. in the simulation of extraction and absorption processes. Component-specific and time-resolved acquisition of MRI images allows the determination of the temporal evolution of concentration fields. From this evolution we can determine transport diffusion coefficients.
